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Those against the proposal say introducing foot passenger fares will backfire and not only cost the council more, but have a detrimental impact on businesses in Cowes and East Cowes.
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Island-wide
We appreciate that some readers are only interested in news from certain parts of the Isle of Wight. Luckily, we’ve been geographically marking all our stories for many years.
Simply choose one of the five categories; Central; North; East; South or West to find news in your area and don’t forget that if you have something to share, do get in touch.
·1 min read
A recent survey of NUT members on the Isle of Wight found that 57% of teachers are often using their own money to buy resources for children due to lack of school funds. The NUT urge Nicky Morgan to listen to their call for a stop to cuts in funding.
·2 min read
Three cheers all round from residents and councillors after Island Roads complete major road works a month ahead of schedule.
·2 min read
The long-standing suspicion of a hidden room beneath the Egyptian temple at Northwood House has been confirmed.
·2 min read
You do not need a GP referral to access the stress management services. If you are feeling the effects of negative stress, seek support early on to avoid it leading to further mental health problems
·3 min read
Cllr Love is calling for the Isle of Wight council to take out a low-cost loan and order a new floating bridge, adding they should send back No.6 due to the consistent failures.
·1 min read
The Serenity Integrated Mentoring (SIM) project has been nominated in three categories for national awards.
·5 min read
A christian group leader was sentenced to over eight years in jail today on sixteen counts of indecently assaulting three boys and three girls aged between 12 and 15, some of which took place on the Isle of Wight.
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Let's hope the weather improves by the end of February, otherwise Dave's going to feel more than a little chilly.
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You still have a few chances to see the 'Shhh... it's a library' gigs in Island libraries.
·7 min read
The secondary school has been long held up by local politicians as the 'beacon' school for the Isle of Wight, but today, Ofsted have dealt a shocking blow with an Inadequate rating for the school.
·2 min read
Cllr Lumley says the £200k 'saving' which could result in roads falling apart from day one after the PFI contract expires is short-sighted and "badly letting down the Island who were promised so much by Eddie Giles and his pals”.
